Central Alabama, AL

Travel Guide

Birmingham
Barber Motorsports Park showing interior views
Barber Motorsports Park which includes interior views
Birmingham which includes interior views
Barber Motorsports Park

Where to stay in Central Alabama

Birmingham showing a statue or sculpture and interior views

Downtown Birmingham

Downtown Birmingham is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to McWane Science Center and Regions Field while you're in town.

Downtown Birmingham
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Homewood

Located in southeastern Jefferson County, Homewood boasts the Hollywood Historic District, known for its Mission Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. Home to Samford University, it's a charming suburb near Birmingham.

Homewood
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Vestavia Hills

Visitors to Vestavia Hills enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Birmingham Ballet is worth a stop.

Vestavia Hills
Whenever I’m back home in the “HAM” I always try and make time to stroll around BBG and relax. It’s awesome here no matter the season.

Mountain Brook

Boasting three picturesque "villages" and a high tree cover ratio, this suburban area offers a forest-like setting with charming residential sections and a network of bridle paths for recreation.

Mountain Brook
To the right of the Walk of Champions while approaching the visitor center and front entrance of Bryant-Denny Stadium, the storied coaches quietly remind us that success is not a matter of luck, but rather the culmination of years of dedication and determination.

University Area

If you're spending some time in University Area, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Coleman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.

University Area
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Five Points South

4/5(445 area reviews)

Unique features of Five Points South include the theaters and live music. Make a stop by Regions Field or Vulcan Statue while you're exploring the area.

Five Points South
Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG
3 out of 5
5000 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL
Fully refundable
The price is AED 294 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
AED 294
AED 356 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,279 reviews)
"Very accommodating"

Reviewed on 22 March 2025

Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport by IHG
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 out of 5
1000 Riverchase Galleria, Hoover, Birmingham, AL
The price is AED 448 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
AED 448
AED 518 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,073 reviews)
"We only stayed for one night while passing through from Texas. We did notice however the lobby and hall ways had an overwhelming smell of weed. Other than that the room was nice and the staff was so friendly."

Reviewed on 20 March 2025

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
2.5 out of 5
226 Summit Pkwy, Homewood, Birmingham, AL
The price is AED 301 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
AED 301
AED 361 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Relaxing
"The bathroom was small but we had no problems"

Reviewed on 22 March 2025

Comfort Inn Birmingham Homewood
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Landing at Landing-Midtown Apartments
Landing at Landing-Midtown Apartments
3.5 out of 5
425 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Birmingham Zoo and The Summit ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"Very convenient, very clean & comfortable, very easy access"

Reviewed on 23 March 2025

Landing at Landing-Midtown Apartments
Landing at 20 Midtown Apartments
Landing at 20 Midtown Apartments
4 out of 5
2014 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Birmingham Zoo and The ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
"I love it, it had everything I needed included to prepare my meals. The hospital was a less than 10. Minutes drive from my hotel. I would definitely stay at the landing again."

Reviewed on 15 March 2025

Landing at 20 Midtown Apartments
Landing at The 600 Apartments
Landing at The 600 Apartments
4 out of 5
600 19th St N, Birmingham, AL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Birmingham Zoo and Don Kresge ...
8/10 Very Good! (22 reviews)
"My wife and I enjoyed the location and atmosphere. The only negative thing that I can say was that the QR code for access to parking and the doors of the building, wasn’t given in the email like it was supposed to be. Nonetheless, when we reached out to the support team, it was handled quickly."

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

Landing at The 600 Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Tuscaloosa which includes heritage architecture, chateau or palace and flowers

University of Alabama

5/5(486 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Alabama, during your travels in Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football game while in the area.

University of Alabama
Barber Motorsports Park which includes interior views

Barber Motorsports Park

5/5(72 reviews)

You can take time to visit Barber Motorsports Park during your travels to Leeds. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Barber Motorsports Park
To the right of the Walk of Champions while approaching the visitor center and front entrance of Bryant-Denny Stadium, the storied coaches quietly remind us that success is not a matter of luck, but rather the culmination of years of dedication and determination.

Bryant-Denny Stadium

5/5(298 reviews)

Catch an event at Bryant-Denny Stadium during your trip to Tuscaloosa. You can attend a football game while in the area.

Bryant-Denny Stadium
Tuscaloosa showing interior views

Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center

4.5/5(19 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center during your trip to Vance. You can attend a football game while in the area.

Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center
Birmingham featuring signage

Alabama Theater

4.5/5(69 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Alabama Theater, a storied theater in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Alabama Theater
Sloss Furnaces which includes industrial elements

Sloss Furnaces

4/5(76 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Birmingham with a visit to Sloss Furnaces. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Sloss Furnaces